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Comforting Prawns in Coconut Milk

Comforting Prawns in Coconut Milk: A Flavorful Hug in a Bowl

A delightful recipe of comforting prawns in coconut milk that transforms a weeknight dinner into a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 1 thumb-sized piece Ginger Mince for flavor
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Opt for coconut cream for thickness
  • 2 fillets Anchovy Fillets (canned) Substitute with fish sauce if needed
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Preferably freshly ground
For the Prawns
  • 1 lb Raw Prawns (or Jumbo Shrimp) Can use cooked shrimp if in a hurry
For the Vegetables
  • 1 piece Serrano or Jalapeño Peppers Adjust to spice preference
  • 2 stalks Medium Scallions Both green and white parts
  • 1 medium Red Onion Yellow onions can be used
  • 2 medium Tomatoes Fresh or canned
  • 1 stalk Fresh Lemongrass Can use lemon zest as alternative
  • 2 cups Greens (e.g., chile leaves/sweet potato greens/baby spinach) Can substitute with any tender greens
For Serving
  • 2 cups Jasmine Rice Any plain rice will do
  • 1 piece Lime Zest enhances aroma

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Prep ingredients by peeling and mincing ginger, slicing peppers, chopping scallions and red onions. Grate lime zest.
    Comforting Prawns in Coconut Milk
  2. Prepare lemongrass by trimming and smashing it. Tie it into a bundle with twine.
    Comforting Prawns in Coconut Milk
  3. Heat canola oil in a Dutch oven and sauté lemongrass, ginger, peppers, scallions, and red onions until softened.
    Comforting Prawns in Coconut Milk
  4. Add diced tomatoes and cook until they break down and thicken the mixture.
    Comforting Prawns in Coconut Milk
  5. Pour in coconut milk, kosher salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 10-12 minutes.
    Comforting Prawns in Coconut Milk
  6. Add raw prawns and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 5 minutes.
    Comforting Prawns in Coconut Milk
  7. Remove from heat and fold in greens, allowing to wilt for about 2 minutes. Remove lemongrass before serving.
    Comforting Prawns in Coconut Milk
  8. Serve in bowls with jasmine rice and lime wedges.
    Comforting Prawns in Coconut Milk

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers for up to 2 days in the fridge, reheating gently. Freeze for up to 2 months and thaw before reheating.

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